Collagen also helps make up proteins (such as keratin) that form hair, nails, and skin.
Addressing these factors can help your body optimize its natural collagen production.
What Research Is Available?
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There was a small and unbalanced sample size.
The study was short-term, limited to 12 weeks.
The study’s authors were employees of the company that commercialized the product.
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Collagen supplements and products containing collagen are available.
Collagen is not naturally found on theskin’s surface.
Supplements
Oral collagen supplementsmay be sold as pills, powders, or certain foods.
Collagen supplements contain amino acids (the building blocks of protein).
They may also contain additional nutrients such as vitamin C, zinc, or biotin.
Foods that are rich in collagen include:
Some foods can help boost collagen production.
People who havegoutor other conditions that require them to limit protein intake should avoid collagen supplements.
Hair loss can have a difficult psychological impact, particularly for women.
Some tips to help protect your body’s natural collagen include:
Treatment for hair loss depends onits cause.
Some established treatments for varying hair loss causes include:
Treatment for hair loss is not always necessary.
Some hair loss is temporary and will resolve on its own.
Summary
Currently, no credible evidence supports the use of collagen for hair growth in humans.
If you are concerned about hair loss, talk to your healthcare provider about established treatment options.
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